Research Administrator

Position: Sponsored Research Administrator
The Department of Computer Science is an academic teaching and research department in the College of Engineering. It is a large and complex unit that encompasses research intensive, teaching intensive and professional activities. It is one of the largest such departments in the nation by the number of faculty and students, and its total budget and size are comparable to some NC State University colleges and divisions.

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Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.

What we offer:

* Medical, Dental, and Vision

* Flexible Spending Account

* Retirement Programs

* Disability Plans

* Life Insurance

* Accident Plan

* Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

* 12 Holidays Each Year

* Tuition and Academic Assistance

* And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time

Employment status . Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential

Job Duties

As a Sponsored Research Administrator in the Department of Computer Science, you'll partner with faculty to support the full research lifecycle-from proposal submission to post-award management and project close-out.

Your expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and compliance will help secure funding, guide spending, and ensure every dollar supports the department's groundbreaking work. You'll work independently while building strong partnerships, translating complex financial rules into clear, practical guidance.

Key Responsibilities include:

* Support both pre-award and post-award processes, including preparing and submitting proposals through platforms like PINS, Grants.gov, and agency-specific portals.

* Partner with principal investigators to develop, manage, and adjust project budgets, ensuring compliance with University, state, and sponsor guidelines.

* Monitor project expenses for allowability and accuracy, apply Uniform Guidance, and provide detailed financial reports, forecasting, and spending plan analyses.

* Reconcile accounts, track cost share commitments, and review HR expenditures and travel reimbursements for accuracy and compliance.

* Stay current on sponsor requirements-from NSF to DARPA to NSA-and translate those into actionable steps for research teams.

* Lead the financial close-out of awards, ensuring all documentation, expenses, and budget changes are resolved accurately and on time.

* Develop internal controls and procedures to support consistency and accountability within the department's research administration processes.

If you're detail-oriented, proactive, and excited to support high-impact research, we encourage you to apply.

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Other Responsibilities

Other duties as requested

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Require post-baccalaureate credentials plus 1-2 years experience; a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years experience may be substituted for the advanced degree on an exceptional basis.

Other

Required Qualifications

* Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and sponsor/university financial systems.

* Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

* Works independently and collaboratively with a customer-focused, detail-oriented approach.

* Knowledge of accounting principles, cost standards, and federal/state fiscal regulations; experience resolving financial issues.

* Clear, effective communicator with experience in pre- and/or post-award grant administration and budget development.

Preferred Qualifications

* Preferred is a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years' experience in accounting or sponsored research.

* People Soft Human Resources and Financials experience.

* Experience in PINS, RADAR, NSF Fast Lane, grants.gov, and WRS Systems

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required No Commercial Driver's License required No